Gift Guide: Top Ten Holiday Gifts for Young Girls

Mara Oakes
Young girls are fun to buy for. Here are ten holiday gifts for young girls which you might not have thought of.

1. Books for Young Girls

Books offer endless selection as well as affordability. Whatever her interests, you are sure to find a book to appeal. Some options include books about animals and pets, crafts, hobbies, classic stories or favorite TV characters. Choose a book which is appropriate to the gift recipient's reading level, age and interests.

2. Winter Gloves or Mittens for Young Girls

Another affordable and fun gift, winter gloves or mittens are a top amongst gift ideas for young girls who live in a cold winter climate. It seems that kids are always losing winter gloves and mittens, so don't worry if she might already have a pair! Gloves and mittens are no longer the stereotypical 'boring' gift received from a granny or auntie. You can now find many adorable gloves or mittens for young girls in bright colors with cute decorative details such as ruffles or stripes. Winter gloves or mittens are one of the most practical and pretty holiday gifts for young girls.

3. DVDs

A DVD of a favorite children's movie makes an affordable and popular option among holiday gifts for young girls. Choosing a favorite Disney or kid's film as a Christmas present is one way to insure that your choice of holiday gifts for young girls will appeal.

4. Board Games for Young Girls

There are lots of fun board games to appeal to young girls, which the whole family can enjoy. Scrabble and Pictionary are two classics. This makes an especially fun gift if the young girl has siblings or family who are into board games too.

5. Jigsaw Puzzles for Young Girls

A favorite gift for young girls is a jigsaw puzzle which features a favorite cartoon character, pet or other theme. You can even order a jigsaw puzzle which is made from personal photographs. Young girls would love a jigsaw puzzle which features their favorite pet, for instance. Jigsaw puzzles are not only fun, but educational, helping young girls to learn spatial relationships. It is a gift parents will appreciate too, because building a puzzle is a "quiet" activity!

6. Winter Sweater

A popular choice among holiday gifts for young girls is a winter top or sweater. There are several reasons for this - it is easier to choose the right fit in a sweater than in bottoms. Also, winter sweaters and tops for young girls come in lots of fun, bright colors. Choose a style and color which is age appropriate and will appeal to the gift recipient's tastes.

7. Winter Hat

Another choice among holiday gifts for young girls is a winter hat. Choose a warm hat which is age appropriate and seems to capture her style.

8. Winter Scarf

Another possible option for holiday gifts for young girls is a warm winter scarf. There are tons of options to choose from in fun, youthful styles.

9. Hair Accessories

Hair accessories are an inexpensive and appealing choice among holiday gifts for young girls. Choose a hair accessory which suits her hair. For instance, banana clips are best for long hair, while tiny barrettes work for fine hair.

10. Jewelery

Children's jewelery can make a sweet gift for young girls. Choose an age appropriate item such as a locket, charm bracelet, or small earrings, if the gift recipient has pierced ears.

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